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The Coronado Historical Association is proud to announce the opening of its latest exhibit, "An Island Looks Back: Shedding Light on Coronado's Hidden African American History," on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024.Join us for the opening of this extraordinary exhibit on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 which uncovers and celebrates the hidden African American history of Coronado. 9 a.m. - *Member-only* exhibit opening morning with Q&A with curatorial staff.10 a.m. - Community ribbon cutting opening. ...

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There's a new work of art in San Diego to put on your summer bucket list. A painting by notable Black American artist Kehinde Wiley is now on view at The Timken Museum, through a partnership with the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art.

A work from one of the nation's most prominent Black artists will now be on display to San Diegans, free of charge. Plus, a new book on the overlap between film noir and mixology. Then, recommendations for your next summer romance read.

On Sunday, several Londoners got active by getting outside and embracing a rite of wintertime: Pond hockey.

I received a phone call just before Christmas from Rebecca “Betty” Simpson Fleet, who lives in Oregon. She was born in Jackson Hole, delivered by Dr. Huff in 1928. Her mother, Effie Wilson Imeson Simpson, was the first white child born in Jackson Hole. Betty lived on a ranch and traveled 5 miles to school in a covered sleigh pulled by a team of horses. The sleigh had a woodstove to keep the children warm. Betty’s job was to sit on the front seat with driver Dick Sewell and kee...